Given the moral decay in our nation, it’s not hard to imagine the idea of an America clinging hard to the basic tenets of Christianity as a guideline for its laws and way of life as very attractive to all … Continue reading
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The Third Partition of Poland
We won’t forsake the land we came from, We won’t let our speech be buried. We are the Polish nation, the Polish people, From the royal line of Piast. We won’t let the enemy oppress us. So help us God! … Continue reading
Good Queen Mary Part III: The Defiant Sister
Mary’s capitulation, as recorded in part two, would have consequences lasting her entire life. In the meantime, however, Henry consented to see her, and Jayne Seymour, his new wife, offered her love and support. The years of struggle between Mary … Continue reading
The Second Partition of Poland
The world is sliding towards confusion. It clings to the slippery slope, but is unable to stay in place — I have a presentiment of impending upheavals, I probe the imminent days with my nerves and I absorb all their … Continue reading
Joseph of Genesis and the Mystery of Christian Forgiveness
Quotes Worth Contemplating for Eastertide Short of murder, it would be difficult for someone to show better how much he hated his little brother than by selling him into slavery. Which was exactly what Joseph’s brothers did to him. It would … Continue reading
The First Partition of Poland
The Polish self-image as a “Christ among nations” or the martyr of Europe can be traced back to its history of Christendom and suffering under invasions. During the periods of foreign occupation, the Catholic Church served as a bastion of … Continue reading
At the Foot of the Cross: Mary’s Sorrows and the Helplessness of Her Love
Part Two of an Adapted Excerpt from The Crucifixion Mary became our Mother just when She lost Jesus. Since She had already had such a love of souls, and since that love had already been immensely increased by the events … Continue reading
Good Queen Mary Part II: The Fall of Anne Boleyn, and the Abasement of Mary
In part I, we traced Mary’s childhood amidst the events of Henry’s political failures on the European stage, as well as the change in her affairs at the conclusion of the King’s Great Matter. Now we will resume in 1533, … Continue reading
At the Foot of the Cross: Mary’s Sorrows and the Test of Her Faith
An Adapted Excerpt from The Crucifixion Mary had stood through at the foot of the Cross, the entire Three Hours, though She had had a sleepless night, and the morning had been crowded full with terrible happenings. In the strength … Continue reading
What’s Going on with Germany?
What is the German’s fatherland? So name the great land to me, already! As far as the German tongue sounds And sings songs to God in heaven: That shall it be! That shall it be! That, brave German, call that … Continue reading
What’s Going on with France?
Sweet France, dear land of my childhood, cradle of so much carefree joy, I have kept you in my heart, my village with its steeple and wise houses, where children my age shared my happiness, yes, I love you, and … Continue reading
Cinderella — A True Story
Once upon a time there was a wretched, little soul, covered with the dirtiness of sin and clothed in the rags of fallen human nature. Her wicked step-angels despised her and laughed at her miserable condition. They sought by their name calling … Continue reading
What’s Going on in England?
If England was what England seems, An’ not the England of our dreams, But only putty, brass, an’ paint, ‘Ow quick we’d chuck ‘er! But she ain’t! —Rudyard Kipling LOVE her or hate her, the United Kingdom of Great Britain … Continue reading
Good Queen Mary Part I: The Beginnings of England’s Catholic Queen
Few figures in history are as maligned as Mary Tudor, the daughter of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon. Born a princess, she was celebrated and betrothed to powerful princes, but following Henry’s break with Rome, she was declared a … Continue reading
Why Does God Desire Our Sacrifices?
Quotes Worth Contemplating for Lent There is no question that sacrifices, little acts of self-denial, voluntary mortifications, etc., are an integral part of Catholic spirituality. Our Lord told Bl. Anna Maria Tiagi, “Those who wish to follow My way must … Continue reading
